1985 Lancia Y10 vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 309 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Y10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Y10 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Y10 (85 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10 should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Lancia Y10 (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Y10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Y10 | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Y10 | 309 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2480 mm |
